WELSH rugby players being pursued by a thundering pack of All Blacks - with a twist.

This black and white image of Wales back-row forwards Jonathan Thomas, Martyn Williams and Dafydd Jones surrounded by a pack of black stallions is part of a series called "Thoroughbreds in their Field", created by Lloyds TSB to mark their official sponsorship of Rugby World Cup 2003.

The images, which were shot by renowned photographer, John Davis, "show the athleticism of the players being supported by the grace and power of the black horses, the iconic symbol of the Lloyds TSB brand".

England pair Jonny Wilkinson and Jason Robinson and Scotland's Simon Taylor are among other players to feature in a World Cup campaign to be showcased in Australia in October and November.

A Lloyds TSB spokesperson said, "We worked with the WRU who helped us select the players that would be suitable for the campaign.

"They are three forwards, who represent power and strength. They are relentless on the field, free-spirited, and made the perfect image for the 'Thoroughbreds' series."